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Explosion at Chinese Consulate in Myanmar Follows Beijing’s Growing Acceptance of Junta
Around 5:00 p.m. local time on Friday, an explosion damaged an office building of the Chinese consulate in Mandalay, the second-largest city in Myanmar. No casualties were reported, but the Chinese ...
Armed Group Says It Takes Control of Myanmar Rare Earth Mining Hub
(Reuters) - An armed group fighting Myanmar's ruling military said it has taken control of a mining hub that is a major supplier of rare earth oxides to China, likely disrupting shipments of elements ...
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Rebels take control of Myanmar rare earth mining hub
With Myanmar responsible for 57% of global dysprosium and terbium supply, prolonged disruption would limit feedstock for ...
This country’s internet freedom is now as bad as China’s, report finds
For the past decade, China has consistently ranked last in the world for internet freedom due to its all-pervading online ...
Xi Faces Dilemma as Consulate Blast Sparks Fear of Myanmar Chaos
For decades, China has sought to maintain influence among armed ethnic groups in Myanmar in lawless border areas while also ...
A small blast in Myanmar's second-biggest city damages Chinese Consulate
BANGKOK -- The Chinese Consulate in Myanmar’s second-largest city has been slightly damaged by an explosive device, but there ...
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China closes more Myanmar border crossings as Kachin armed group steps up offensive
The move comes amid reports that the Kachin Independence Army captured another key town on the border over the weekend ...
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China’s Diplomatic Missions Have Troubled History in Myanmar
Last week’s Mandalay consulate attack was not the first time Beijing’s diplomatic missions have become focal points for strong feelings aroused by rocky relations between the two neighbors.